“In terms of beauty products, I have less space in my bathroom now than I did in Brooklyn. I keep my favorite products close at hand via two picture ledges I scored at IKEA for seven dollars each. In order for an item to make the cut, it has to be pretty and effective. Since I’m always testing new products, there is a steady rotation going on in order to give everyone time in the spotlight.”

“As far as beauty products are concerned, I’ve finally gotten over the ‘too pretty to use’ conundrum. One piece I will always cherish, however, is a lacquered powder compact given to me by Evelyn Lauder.”